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Disaster Risk Reduction
This page contains resources on the use of ICTs in the different phases of the disaster risk reduction process - from emergency response, rehabilitation, preparedness to mitigation.
The effectiveness of ICTs in reducing disaster risks depends on how these ICTs are used. The use of ICTs in disaster management should not be seen as a choice between one type of technology over another. A multiplicity of communication channels and technologies exist, and each can be suitable in a particular situation. The challenge is to identify suitable combinations of technologies.
Resources examine:
- The pilot initiatives that have emerged at times of disaster and can be replicated or upscaled for use in future emergencies.
- Ways in which ICTs have been used to help disaster managers and development practitioners monitor and manage risks and provide early warning signals.
- Ways in which ICTs have been used to raise awareness and enhance capacities on disaster risk reduction issues in schools and communities.
ICTD Case Study 2: ICT for Disaster Risk Reduction
The second issue of the Asian and Pacific Training Centre for Information and Communication Technology for Development’s (APCICT) ICTD Case Study Series, ICT for Disaster Risk Reduction, discusses the ways in which ICT has positively impacted the various phases of disaster management. Noting the use of ICT during and in the immediate aftermath of disasters like the Indian Ocean Tsunami, and most recently the Haiti Earthquake, the case studies examine the important role ICTs play in disaster preparedness, response and mitigation. Case Study 2 shares the lessons learned by disaster management practitioners who have deployed ICT in response to disasters in countries like Bangladesh, China, Sri Lanka, and Haiti.
Capacity Building of DRR in China
A presentation made by Li Jing from the College of Disaster Reduction and Emergency Management, Beijing Normal University, China during the international conference "Building a Local Government Alliance for Disaster Risk Reduction" on 11-13 August 2009, Incheon, Republic of Korea.
The role of ICTs in risk communication in Asia Pacific
This is a chapter from the Digital Review of Asia Pacific 2007-2008 that focuses on the use of ICTs in risk communication to help prevent or mitigate the adverse impact of natural disasters and public health emergencies in the Asia Pacific region.
ICT for Disaster Management
This e-primer introduces policy makers and development practitioners to the application of different information and communication technologies (ICTs) in disaster management, with case studies from the Asia-Pacific region.
APDIP e-Note 16 - ICT in Disaster Management
This APDIP e-Note looks at how information and communications technology (ICT) is being used in disaster management and it provides a broad overview of the role ICT plays in the disaster management process. It examines the interplay between different ICT media and the stakeholders involved in all phases of disaster management. It also outlines why it is essential to give ICT its due place in disaster management.
Sahana: Overview of a Disaster Management System
This paper addresses the alignment between FOSS development and humanitarian applications. It then describes the anatomy of the Sahana system, a web-based, free and open source software that serves as a disaster management system dedicated to information management in relief operation, recovery and rehabilitation. The paper also discusses Sahana deployment and lessons learned.
Information and Communication Technology for Peace: The Role of ICT in Preventing, Responding to and Recovering from Conflict
This publication aims to raise awareness on the concept of ICT for Peace (ICT4Peace). ICT4Peace intends to utilize ICT in promoting lasting peace in areas that involve armed conflict including: management and prevention of conflict; peace operations; humanitirian relief and disaster assistance; and post-conflict peace building and reconstruction. The report provides analysis of ICT4Peace issues and current initiatives including specific examples from all over the world and recommendations for future actions.
Framework for Regional Cooperation on Space Technology Supported Disaster Reduction Strategies in Asia and the Pacific: Study report prepared for the Meeting of Experts on Space Applications for Disaster Management, Chiang Mai, 25-28 July 2005
ESCAP has been promoting the integration of disaster management in development planning, the operational use of space technology in operational disaster management and regional cooperative mechanisms in space technology applications for disaster management. Regional cooperative mechanisms would facilitate equitable sharing of benefits of space technology development and applications among all countries in the region. This study, carried out under RESAP, provides the framework and suggested modalities of regional cooperative mechanisms to address drought and floods and related disasters, and suggested actions towards the institutionalization of the mechanisms.
Policy Framework on Space Information Products and Services for Disaster Management: Study report
This technical material provides an overview of the policy concept of space-based information products and services for disaster management, promoted by RESAP to support operational disaster management and essential for building regional cooperative mechanisms on space technology applications for disaster management.
Towards Regional Cooperative Mechanisms for Managing Floods and Drought in Asia and the Pacific Using Space Technology
This study examines gaps between operational needs, institutional capabilities and space technology applications for disaster management, and outlines the need for national policies and capacity building mechanisms to bridge the gap. The distinct role of ESCAP to harness the potential of space technology in developing and least developed countries with critical vulnerability and constrained institutional capabilities are also presented.
Regional Cooperative Mechanism on Space Technology Applications for Disaster Management
This CD-ROM publication covers most of the presentations of two regional workshops in 2002 that discuss regional cooperative mechanisms for disaster management using space technology.
Geoinformatics for DRR
A presentation prepared by Lal Samarakoon for the international conference "Building a Local Government Alliance for Disaster Risk Reduction" on 11-13 August 2009, Incheon, Republic of Korea.
Microsoft’s Role in International Disaster Risk Reduction
A presentation made by Gisli Olafsson during the international conference "Building a Local Government Alliance for Disaster Risk Reduction" on 11-13 August 2009, Incheon, Republic of Korea.
Information and Communication Technology and Disaster Risk Reduction – ADPC Experience
A presentation made by Loy Rego,Deputy Executive Director, ADPC during the international conference "Building a Local Government Alliance for Disaster Risk Reduction" on 11-13 August 2009, Incheon, Republic of Korea.
Use of ICT for Disaster Risk Management in Samoa
A presentation made by Filomena Nelson,Principal Disaster Management Officer during the international conference "Building a Local Government Alliance for Disaster Risk Reduction" on 11-13 August 2009, Incheon, Republic of Korea.
Disaster Management:Role of ICTs
A presentation made by Chanuka Wattegama, LIRNEasia during the international conference "Building a Local Government Alliance for Disaster Risk Reduction" on 11-13 August 2009, Incheon, Republic of Korea.
Use of ICT for Disaster Risk Management in Samoa
A presentation made by Filomena Nelson, Principle Disaster Management Officer during the international conference "Building a Local Government Alliance for Disaster Risk Reduction" on 11-13 August 2009, Incheon, Republic of Korea.
ICT for DRR The Bangladesh experience
A presentation made by Shantana R. Halder,Senior Programme Specialist,Comprehensive Disaster Management Programme,Govt. of Bangladesh during the international conference "Building a Local Government Alliance for Disaster Risk Reduction" on 11-13 August 2009, Incheon, Republic of Korea.
Using ICT for Earthquake Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) in Iran
A presentation made by Yasamin O. Izadkhah, Assistant Professor,Risk Management Research Center,IIEES during the international conference "Building a Local Government Alliance for Disaster Risk Reduction" on 11-13 August 2009, Incheon, Republic of Korea.
Capacity Building in use of Geoinformatics for Disaster Risk Reduction : Experience of IIRS, India
A presentation made by Vinay K Dadhwal, Dean of Indian Institute or Remote Sensing National Remote Sensing Centre (ISRO) during the international conference "Building a Local Government Alliance for Disaster Risk Reduction" on 11-13 August 2009, Incheon, Republic of Korea.
ICT for DRR the Korean Case
A presentation made by Dugkeun Park, Ph.D. from the National Institute for Disaster Prevention National Emergency Management Agency during the international conference "Building a Local Government Alliance for Disaster Risk Reduction" on 11-13 August 2009, Incheon, Republic of Korea.
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